Finance Manager

Your new companyI am working with a well-established, privately owned UK business based in Wigan, operating within the manufacturing sector. With a strong reputation built over several decades, the company prides itself on high levels of customer service and strong supplier relationships. They have a loyal and long-standing workforce, reflecting a positive and stable working environment. Following a period of change within the finance team, the business is now investing in strengthening its finance function to support future operations and continued efficiency improvements, therefore recruiting for an experienced Finance Manager.Your new roleIn your new role as Finance Manager, you will be taking responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day running of a small accounts function. This is a varied position where you will ensure the production of timely and accurate management accounts, maintain strong financial controls, and oversee transactional processes across sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control.The role includes managing cash flow, bank reconciliations, accruals and prepayments, VAT returns, and supporting year-end processes, including liaising with external auditors. You will also play a key role in monitoring customer credit risk, handling bad debt, and ensuring compliance across the finance function. Given the size of the team, you will remain close to the detail, supporting operational finance tasks while also providing insight to support business ..... full job details .....